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Prime Minister Anutin Charnviragul stated on the 'Talk with Cabinet' program that Thailand's GDP growth for this year will exceed the previously estimated 2.1%, citing improved foreign investment, exports, employment, and tax revenues. He directed the National Economic and…
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On October 25, Deputy Prime Minister spokesperson Rear Adm. Dr. Pathardasmi Thongsaluakrong stated that the government's focus on using science and innovation to address livelihood issues aligns with recent parliamentary discussions on higher education, science, research, and…
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The Thai government has praised a new agricultural model developed by the Agricultural Research Development Agency (ARDA) in partnership with Mahidol University. The project transforms young leaves of fragrant rice variety 105, grown in Roi Et province's 'Thung Kula Rong Hai'…
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The Thai government has approved extending the 'daily flat-rate ticket' measure for urban rail services until December 31, 2027, to reduce public transportation costs. Originally set to end on November 30, 2026, the extension covers the Red Line (Nakhon Wittaya line: Bangkok…
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Deputy Prime Minister Lida Perisawattana addressed criticism from MP Phakamon Uanon regarding the government's handling of the schedule for the upcoming vote of no confidence. She stated that disagreements over timing do not indicate a lack of readiness, noting that the Prime…
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The Thai government has introduced new regulations requiring large trading partners to pay small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within 30 to 45 days. The rules, published in the Royal Gazette on October 2, 2026, take effect on November 2, 2026. Deputy Prime Minister Supachai…
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The CP Group issued a statement clarifying that its subsidiary, CPRAM, registered protection for four new varieties of basil to support agricultural development and does not hold rights over the entire country's basil crop. The group stated that claims suggesting it prevents…
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On October 25, 2069, Thailand is expected to experience unstable weather conditions characterized by thunderstorms, strong gusts of wind, heavy rainfall, and lightning. The northern and northeastern regions are currently under immediate threat, while the central region, Bangkok,…
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An explosion involving homemade fireworks caused severe injuries to four children near the Nong Han Center for Child Development in Amphoe Nong Han, Udon Thani Province. The incident occurred on a road in front of a house near the center in Ban Dong Wang Pang village, Tambon Sa…
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Mr. Ubon Noi Suwannachatri, Secretary-General of the Sugarcane and Sugar Commission (SACAT), announced plans to request a central government budget of approximately 7,081 million baht to subsidize fresh sugarcane cutting for the 2025/2026 production season at a rate of 69 baht…
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Dr. Jed Bunyongwiroj, Deputy Director of Primary Care at Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital (noted in source as Maharaj Nakorn Korat), warns that colon cancer can develop from small daily behaviors rather than just age or family history. He lists five specific habits to avoid:…
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On October 24, large-scale protests erupted across several European countries, including France, Italy, Belgium, and Albania, driven by demands to address the cost of living, economic inequality, and educational quality. Demonstrations in some areas escalated into clashes…
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World Athletics has released qualification standards for the marathon at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, reducing the entry quota from 80 to 70 athletes per gender. The qualification period runs from November 1, 2024, to April 30, 2028. While official time standards are expected…
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The Department of International Trade has partnered with the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (SME Board) to launch a project aimed at expanding opportunities for Thai SMEs in China and Indonesia. The initiative includes training sessions for 60 SMEs from November…
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Thanakorn Wangboonkhongchan, a member of parliament for the Party for Thailand and former Minister of Industry, stated that the government is ready to address the vote of no confidence but noted that no conclusion has been reached because the opposition insists on a five-day…
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A spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office clarified that previously published water quality data for the Prachinburi River contained conflicting figures which have now been corrected. The updated measurements show ammonia levels between 0.22 and 0.48 mg/L and aluminum…
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Former Nakhon Si Thammarat MP Thep Thai Senaphong warned that the ongoing delay in scheduling the individual ministerial impeachment debate risks damaging public trust. He criticized the lack of agreement between the government and opposition on the debate duration, noting the…
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The Pheu Thai Party plans to file a lawsuit with the Administrative Court against state agencies for negligence in managing the recent Bangkok floods. Party spokesperson Phongsakorn Khuangmueng stated that while citizens suffered damages worth hundreds of thousands of baht,…
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The Sangkhlaburi Police Station in Kanchanaburi has installed warning signs in four languages (Thai, Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese) at three key border checkpoints along the Thailand-Myanmar frontier. The signs feature seven questions designed to help travelers identify…
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Kasikorn Bank (KBANK) forecasts the Thai baht will trade between 33.30 and 33.80 baht per US dollar for the week of October 26-30, following a close of 33.72 baht/dollar on Thursday, October 22. The bank notes that the baht weakened early in the week after failing to strengthen…
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